bacterial diseases

Cards (18)

  • What are bacterial diseases caused by?
    Bacteria
  • What symptoms can infected people suffer from due to bacterial diseases?
    Fever, stomach cramps, vomiting, diarrhea
  • What causes the symptoms of bacterial diseases?
    Toxins produced by bacteria
  • What type of food can cause Salmonella poisoning?
    Food contaminated with Salmonella bacteria
  • How can people get Salmonella poisoning?
    By eating contaminated food
  • What should you avoid to prevent Salmonella poisoning?
    Eating undercooked chicken
  • What is a common treatment for Gonorrhea?
    Antibiotics
  • How is Gonorrhea transmitted?
    Sexual contact
  • What symptom indicates Gonorrhea in a person?
    Pain during urination
  • What is a symptom of Gonorrhea discharge?
    Thick yellow or green discharge
  • What can be done to prevent the spread of Gonorrhea?
    Using barrier methods like condoms
  • Why has penicillin become less effective against Gonorrhea?
    Bacteria have become resistant to it
  • What is a recommended method to prevent Gonorrhea?
    Using barrier methods during sex
  • What are the symptoms of Salmonella poisoning?
    • Fever
    • Stomach cramps
    • Vomiting
    • Diarrhea
  • What are the symptoms of Gonorrhea?
    • Pain during urination
    • Thick yellow or green discharge
    • Possible sore throat
  • What are the prevention methods for bacterial diseases?
    • Vaccination
    • Proper food handling
    • Using barrier methods during sex
  • What is the role of antibiotics in treating bacterial diseases?
    • Kill or inhibit bacterial growth
    • Help the immune system fight infection
  • What are the consequences of antibiotic resistance?
    • Reduced effectiveness of treatments
    • Increased risk of severe infections
    • Higher healthcare costs